2005 Kia Cerato vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Kia Cerato and 2005 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 101 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Cerato weights approximately 121 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Cerato (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Cerato | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Cerato | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |